Episodes

  • Episode 167: In the Beginning...

    Episode 167: In the Beginning...
    Mar 4 2025
    Brooke and Tyler travel through time to the dawn of the Shattering and the true beginnings of Roshar. We discuss the new lore and updated timeline including Adonalsium's creation of the planet, the arrival and early activity of Honor and Cultivation, and the destruction of Ashyn. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/CosmereConversations) Original music by David Gruwier (https://twitter.com/DGruwier). "Radiant" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5CFAZUv4C0) by David Gruwier.
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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Episode 166: Cosmere Dictionary Vol. 2 ( feat. Jofwu )

    Episode 166: Cosmere Dictionary Vol. 2 ( feat. Jofwu )
    Feb 18 2025
    Brooke and Tyler are joined by long-time Cosmere contributor and Arcanist Jofwu to discuss cognitive shadows' origins and complexities. Perhaps the fandom's most debated and speculated-upon question is "What are cognitive shadows and how do they work?" We look at different types of cognitive entities across various planets, categorize how they are created, and wonder whether or not a cognitive shadow is/was/or will be(!) a soul. #AllSpoilers Jofwu's Timeline Spreadsheet (https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1zq5bJoKE83ggDCjH43i1hZi0CIpB2iAx7v37zQPVFK0/edit?gid=856252766#gid=856252766) Interactive Map of Roshar (https://roshar.17thshard.com/#/en-US) Follow Jofwu on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@jofwu17) Listen to Jofwu's recent episodes on Shardcast (https://youtu.be/gM-s7NtgMQY?si=KKq1e_wKWDi5kdQu) Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/CosmereConversations) Original music by David Gruwier (https://twitter.com/DGruwier). "Radiant" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5CFAZUv4C0) by David Gruwier.
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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • Episode 165: Wind and Truth!!!

    Episode 165: Wind and Truth!!!
    Feb 4 2025
    Brooke and Tyler finally discuss Wind and Truth! We review the predictions made both right and wrong, gush about our favorite moments, and share our rough cuts from Stormlight Archive Book 5. The time for the hashtag you've been waiting for is now here. #AllSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/CosmereConversations) Original music by David Gruwier (https://twitter.com/DGruwier). "Radiant" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5CFAZUv4C0) by David Gruwier.
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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • Episode 164: Creating the Worldhopper Ball ( feat. Paladin Creative )

    Episode 164: Creating the Worldhopper Ball ( feat. Paladin Creative )
    Jan 21 2025
    Brooke and Tyler interview Brandon and Monika Finn of Paladin Creative who created the Worldhopper Ball at DSnx24. We discuss how the Worldhopper Ball was born out of Brandon and Monika's passion for DnD, the process of pitching to Dragonsteel, the challenges of bringing a fictional world into a real space, the storytelling power of crafting an "experiential novella," and the wondrous five sessions attended by fans in December. This episode contains spoilers for Wind and Truth but they are clearly vocally marked during the episode. #AllSpoilers Resources to Support Those in Need After Los Angeles Fires: LA GoFundMe Master List (https://personalspace.substack.com/p/where-to-donate-for-people-whove) California Community Foundation (https://www.calfund.org/funds/wildfire-recovery-fund/) LA Fire Department Foundation (https://supportlafd.kindful.com/?campaign=1040812) Paladin Creative - Brandon Finn, Monika Finn https://www.createwithpaladin.com/ Follow Paladin Creative on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/paladincreative/) Full Cast & Crew: The Client: @dragonsteelbooks @brandsanderson      Event Production & Design: @paladincreative Script Writer: @daniel.l.phipps       Shallan Davar: @officialsavannahcarrasco Adolin Kholin: @jacksupertoast      Wit/Hoid: @jacksondauthor      Kaladin Stormblessed: @cliffweitzman      Jasnah Kholin: @ambiwextrous Dalinar Kholin: @coul808      Navani Kholin: @cathyfordmusic            Bridge 4 Kata Group: @designcryptidhema, @degorram, @tenpaiyomi, @bigqueerbrute, @kdanielpierce       Honorspren Aerialists: @sophiaisdunn, megz.aerialist, @cirque.es      DJ STO4MBLE$$ED: @djelray            Show Team: @denios225 , tasha.lucia.18, untidycreativemind      Costumes - Bride & Groom: @valentine.bridal      Costumes - Wedding Party: @kayleemakescrafts      Photography by: @juliastocktonphoto Digital artwork of Adolin & Shallan: @magalivilleneuve Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/CosmereConversations) Original music by David Gruwier (https://twitter.com/DGruwier). "Radiant" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5CFAZUv4C0) by David Gruwier.
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    3 hrs and 7 mins
  • Episode 163: Cosmere 401 Panel + Q&A

    Episode 163: Cosmere 401 Panel + Q&A
    Jan 7 2025
    Brooke and Tyler are joined by Steve Pond (@thecosmerenaut), Joy Allen, and Seth Tye (@the.cosmere.academy) for the Cosmere 401 panel at Dragonsteel Nexus 2024. Take a seat in the Scadrial room and get out your notebooks for the deepest of dives into the vast sea of definitions and opinions on what exactly are Splinters, Slivers, Avatars, and Cognitive Shadows. #NoWaTSpoilers This episode contains absolutely no spoilers for Wind and Truth. Audience Q&A begins at 44m0s. Follow these cool people: Steve Pond (@thecosmerenaut) (https://www.youtube.com/@TheCosmerenaut) Seth Tye (@the.cosmere.academy) (https://linktr.ee/cosmere_academy) Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/CosmereConversations) Original music by David Gruwier (https://twitter.com/DGruwier). "Radiant" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5CFAZUv4C0) by David Gruwier.
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    1 hr and 48 mins
  • Episode 162: State of the Sanderson 2024

    Episode 162: State of the Sanderson 2024
    Jan 1 2025
    Brooke and Tyler usher in the new year by recapping the State of the Sanderson 2024. Brandon (and friends) lay out his plans for the next half decade and beyond while leaving us absolutely gobsmacked at his writing and release schedule. #NoWaTSpoilers This episode contains absolutely no spoilers for Wind and Truth. Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/CosmereConversations) Original music by David Gruwier (https://twitter.com/DGruwier). "Radiant" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5CFAZUv4C0) by David Gruwier.
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    58 mins
  • Episode 161: Cosmere Dictionary Vol. 1

    Episode 161: Cosmere Dictionary Vol. 1
    Dec 24 2024
    Brooke and Tyler crack open a linguistic tome and define the finer points of Slivers, Splinters, and Avatars. In the start of a new, ongoing series we're going to attempt to bring comprehension to some of the more significant terms used throughout Cosmere stories. #NoSpoilersWaT This episode contains no spoilers for Wind and Truth. Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/CosmereConversations) Original music by David Gruwier (https://twitter.com/DGruwier). "Radiant" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5CFAZUv4C0) by David Gruwier.
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    50 mins
  • Episode 160: Dragonsteel Nexus 2024 Recap

    Episode 160: Dragonsteel Nexus 2024 Recap
    Dec 17 2024
    Brooke and Tyler relive their time at Dragonsteel Nexus 2024. We chat about our top 3 favorite parts of the convention, get all kinds of emotional recapping the extravagant Worldhopper Ball, and tour through the different areas of the convention center where we spent an astonishing few days at Nexus. This is a no spoilers for Wind and Truth episode. #NoSpoilers Support this podcast by becoming a Patron on Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/CosmereConversations) Original music by David Gruwier (https://twitter.com/DGruwier). "Radiant" (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5CFAZUv4C0) by David Gruwier.
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    1 hr and 27 mins